Edina Public Schools is seeking a full-time Digital and Media Specialist at South View Middle School beginning August 20, 2018. The Media Specialist will provide Next Generation leadership and expertise to develop, implement, and maintain a digital information media program by working collaboratively with other employees to support student technology and information literacy skills.
The responsibilities of this position include:Supports teachers in designing lesson plans, preparing instruction, delivering instruction and evaluative materials to maximize the learning of all students
Promotes the media program to employees and students
Assists in monitoring media and technology needs, usage and trends and assists in the budgetary decision process
Provides guidance to students in connecting experiences with everyday life
Maintains a safe, inspiring, and welcoming learning environment for all students, parents, employees, and community members
Models learning through engaging in professional growth opportunities and employee collaboration
Serves as a resource to individual educators relating to the integration of literacy, technology support and technology in instruction
Conducts needs assessment to design, develop, model, and deliver professional development concerning the integration of educational technologies and best practices for using technology to enhance instruction, meet curriculum standards, and improve student achievement